
A historical bread from Favorite tested recipes of the members of Humboldt Park Chapter O.E.S and their friends (1900). Enough for two loaves.
Preserved exactly as written in the original source
let raise twenty minutes
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bake in slow oven one hour
Modern guidance to help you succeed with this vintage recipe
This quick bread relies on chemical leavening from baking powder rather than yeast, making it faster to prepare. The 20-minute rest allows the flour to fully hydrate and the baking powder to begin its first rise, creating a more tender crumb. Baking in a slow oven (around 325°F) for a full hour ensures the thick batter sets properly without over-browning, while the sugar promotes moisture retention and a golden crust.
The batter should not be made ahead, as the baking powder begins working immediately upon contact with liquid. However, you can measure and combine all dry ingredients up to 1 day ahead and store in an airtight container. Toast and chop the walnuts up to 3 days ahead and store at room temperature.
Once completely cooled, wrap the loaves tightly in plastic wrap or aluminum foil and store at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, wrap well and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature before slicing. Toast slices to refresh texture.
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The batter should not be made ahead, as the baking powder begins working immediately upon contact with liquid. However, you can measure and combine all dry ingredients up to 1 day ahead and store in an airtight container. Toast and chop the walnuts up to 3 days ahead and store at room temperature.
Once completely cooled, wrap the loaves tightly in plastic wrap or aluminum foil and store at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, wrap well and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature before slicing. Toast slices to refresh texture.